Espanyol Trusts Home Strength Against Atlético
Espanyol’s coach, Manolo, is confident in his team’s chances of defeating Atlético de Madrid at the Metropolitano. Despite acknowledging the difficulty of the match against a rival of Atlético’s stature, the coach highlights the strength his team shows at home.
With Gragera as the only absentee, the rest of the squad is available and ready to compete at the highest level. Manolo has insisted on the importance of focusing on their own game and not being influenced by external factors such as refereeing.
The coach minimizes the possible influence of Atlético’s recent performance, arguing that each match is different and the key is the attitude with which Espanyol approaches the match. He highlights Atlético’s defensive solidity but assures that they have worked to find the keys that will allow them to generate danger.
Manolo values the unconditional support of the fans, which he considers a determining factor in turning the Metropolitano into a fortress. He states that the fans are aware of the difficulties the club has had and that they will be fully behind the team, being one more player. In summary, Manolo conveys a message of optimism and confidence in his team’s ability to overcome Atlético at home, relying on the good physical condition of the squad, the tactical work done, and the support of the fans.
